Lucila Crena

Lucila Crena is the Assistant Professor in Christian Ethics and Public Theology at Wesley Theological Seminary.12 She joined the faculty at Wesley in the fall of 2022 after completing her Ph.D. at the University of Virginia.14

Academic Background

Dr. Crena's academic journey includes:

• Ph.D. from the University of Virginia (completed in 2022)14
• M.A. from Regent College35

Research Interests

Her research interests encompass:

• Christian theology and ethics
• Political and social thought
• Latin American and Latinx theologies/ethics
• Prophecy and theopolitics
• Earth and ecological ethics4

Professional Experience

Prior to her current position at Wesley Theological Seminary, Dr. Crena:

• Served as an Instructor in Theology, Ethics, and Culture at Candler School of Theology, Emory University
• Worked as the Managing Director of Theological Education Between the Times at Candler

Current Role

At Wesley Theological Seminary, Dr. Crena:

• Is a central resource for Wesley's Center for Public Theology and Community Engagement2
• Contributes to the seminary's mission of improving the tone of national political discourse and fostering a new ethic of civil discourse1

Dr. Crena's expertise in Christian ethics and public theology positions her well to address the intersection of faith and public policy, which is a key focus of Wesley's Center for Public Theology.1